Republic of the Philippines

BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY

The National Engineering University
JPLPC-Malvar Campus
G. Leviste Street, Poblacion, Malvar, Batangas, Philippines 4233
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College of Teacher Education

CODE OF ETHICS FOR PROFESSIONAL TEACHERS IN THE PHILIPPINES

The Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers in the Philippines, as stated in Republic Act
No. 7836, outlines the responsibilities and standards that teachers must uphold in their
professional practice. The following is a summary of its main points:

 Teachers must uphold the highest standard of personal and professional conduct, and
must maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

 Teachers must treat their students with respect, and must refrain from using language
or engaging in conduct that is discriminatory or derogatory.

 Teachers must respect the rights and dignity of their students, and must not engage in
any behavior that would constitute physical, emotional, or psychological abuse.

 Teachers must be committed to providing their students with a high-quality

education, and must engage in ongoing professional development to improve their
skills and knowledge.

 Teachers must maintain the confidentiality of their students' records and personal
information, and must not disclose this information to unauthorized persons.

 Teachers must respect the authority of school officials and administrators, and must
work collaboratively with them to ensure the success of their students.

 Teachers must refrain from engaging in any conduct that would bring the teaching
profession into disrepute, and must uphold the integrity and reputation of the
profession.

 Teachers must refrain from engaging in any activity that would be deemed illegal or
unethical, and must abide by all applicable laws and regulations.

Overall, the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers in the Philippines emphasizes the
importance of maintaining high standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in the
teaching profession, and emphasizes the importance of putting the needs and well-being of
students first.

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 ACTIVITY: APPLYING THE CODE OF ETHICS IN CLASSROOM SCENARIOS

Read the Code of Ethics for Professional Teachers in the Philippines, and analyze the
significance in the teaching profession. Below are several classroom scenarios that relate to
the different points of the code. Please answer it briefly and think about how you would
apply the Code of Ethics.

 A student confides in you about a personal problem they're facing. How do you
ensure that you maintain their confidentiality while also providing them with the
support they need?
 You notice that a group of students in your class are consistently performing poorly,
and you suspect that it may be due to a learning disability or other special need. How
do you approach this situation in a way that respects the dignity and rights of these
students?
 You have a student who frequently disrupts the class and is disrespectful to their
peers. How do you address this behavior in a way that upholds the highest standards
of personal and professional conduct?

By engaging in this activity, you can practice applying the Code of Ethics for Professional
Teachers in real-world situations and reflect on how you can uphold ethical standards in your
own teaching practice.

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